It’s simple, requires minimal ingredients, and is perfect for a quick homemade treat.
🥜 Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
Ingredients
Makes about 24 cookies
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1 cup (240 g) peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
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1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
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1 large egg
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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½ tsp baking soda
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Optional: pinch of salt (if using unsalted peanut butter)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
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Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Mix the dough
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In a bowl, combine peanut butter, sugar, egg, and vanilla.
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Stir in baking soda (and salt if needed).
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Mix until smooth and well combined.
3. Shape the cookies
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Roll dough into 1-inch balls.
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Place 2 inches apart on the prepared baking sheet.
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Flatten slightly with a fork in a crisscross pattern.
4. Bake
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Bake for 10–12 minutes, until edges are lightly golden.
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Cool on the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
🌟 Tips
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For chewier cookies, slightly underbake them and let them firm up as they cool.
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For extra texture, fold in ½ cup of chocolate chips or chopped peanuts.
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Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
I can also give you a chewy brown sugar-rich peanut butter cookie recipe that’s extra soft inside — like bakery-style.
Do you want me to do that?
